NHTSA recall 22V-670 (22V670000)
seats recall reported September 7, 2022 - about 246 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V670000
- Also written as
- 22V-670
- Reported
- September 7, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~246
- Component
- seats
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2022 BMW X7 xDrive40i, X7 Drive50i, X7 M50i vehicles with third-row seats. One or more of the compression springs that lock the backrest may not have been installed properly, and could dislodge or detach.
Why it is dangerous
In a crash, the seat backrest may not fully lock, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will inspect the third-row seat and, if necessary, remove and reinstall improperly installed compression springs, and reinstall any missing springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-670 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.